What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Arbroath via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The distance between Carlisle and Arbroath is 177 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Arbroath?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Carlisle to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Arbroath bus from?

Carlisle to Arbroath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Arbroath train from?

Carlisle to Arbroath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Carlisle to Arbroath bus arrive?

Carlisle to Arbroath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Arbroath train arrive?

Carlisle to Arbroath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Arbroath is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Carlisle to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Arbroath?

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Carlisle to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroathtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 27m
£40–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 13m
£25–38
Drive 162.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Arbroathcar 162.6 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dundeetrain London Euston - Inverness
4h 17m
£40–56

Carlisle to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Arbroath, Scotland?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Arbroath via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 5h 13m.

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